A Modest Proposal

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What literary technique is primarily used by Jonathan Swift in 'A Modest Proposal'?

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Irony and understatement.

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What role does the narrator of 'A Modest Proposal' assume?

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An economic planner acting for the benefit of England and Ireland.

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What does 'A Modest Proposal' satirize?

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English policy in Ireland.

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Why is 'A Modest Proposal' still considered relevant as a satire?

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Swift's solution is still shocking and relevant.

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What shocking suggestion does Swift make regarding young children in 'A Modest Proposal'?

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That they might make a tasty dish.

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What is the primary purpose of satire in literature?

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To criticize or mock societal issues and policies.

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How does Swift's use of understatement contribute to the effectiveness of 'A Modest Proposal'?

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It highlights the absurdity of the situation and his critique of societal indifference.

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What is the historical context of 'A Modest Proposal'?

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It was written during a time of severe economic and social distress in Ireland.

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What audience was Swift targeting with 'A Modest Proposal'?

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The English government and the wealthy class.

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What is the significance of the title 'A Modest Proposal'?

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It is ironic, as the proposal is anything but modest in its shocking content.